2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,964 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
